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India-Sri Lanka Test series: Beyond the result

India’s 1-0 series win over Sri Lanka offered plenty to ponder, from the limitations of two-Test series to Gill’s growing authority as captain.

The Economic Times · Aug 29

Cricket: Sonal Dinusha, backed by the lower order, denies India series-sweeping win in second Test

India were on the hunt for World Test Championship points, but more critically, having enforced the follow-on, they would have believed they had the bowlers to take 10 Sri Lankan wickets. As it turned out, the Day 5 pitch was not quite as dry as anticipated — thanks mainly to…

The Economic Times · Aug 27

India enforce follow-on after restricting Sri Lanka to 290 in Colombo Test

After declaring at 503/9, India successfully bowled Sri Lanka out for 290, leading to a 213-run deficit for the visitors. Notably, Sonal Dinusha's remarkable century gave Sri Lanka a glimmer of hope. As India nears an innings victory, they only need ten more wickets, while Sri Lanka has a strenuous…

The Economic Times · Aug 26

Kuldeep at cross roads: What is ailing left-arm wrist spinner as India look at Saransh for 2nd Test

Kuldeep Yadav faced challenges on the Galle pitch, taking no wickets in his eleven overs. He was India's third spin option behind Jadeja and Suthar, who claimed fourteen wickets. The think tank may replace Kuldeep with off-spinner Saransh Jain for the upcoming Test. Former spinner L Sivaramakrishnan advised focusing on…

The Economic Times · Aug 20

India vs Sri Lanka Test Series 2026: Check IND vs SL match schedule, live streaming, predicted playing 11 and full squads

Beginning August 15, 2026, cricket fans can look forward to an exciting two-match Test series between India and Sri Lanka. Led by Shubman Gill, the revamped Indian Test team will take the field, although both nations are grappling with notable injury issues. Tune in to Sony Sports Network for live…

The Economic Times · Aug 14

Gurnoor Brar could be India's X-Factor in Bumrah's absence: Former Sri Lanka allrounder Farveez Maharoof

Former Sri Lanka allrounder Farveez Maharoof sees Gurnoor Brar as an X-factor for India. He would be tempted to debut the young pacer against Sri Lanka. India will miss Jasprit Bumrah's reverse-swinging ability in the upcoming series. Maharoof also discussed the spinner selection and Rishabh Pant's potential impact. He predicted…

The Economic Times · Aug 11

Shubman Gill "very much ready" for first Sri Lanka Test: Bahutule after skipper's return during final day of warm-up clash

Gill made a return to the action during the final day of the warm-up clash, scoring a quick 44 in 54 balls, laying the foundation of an easy 207-run chase for India that will give them plenty of morale ahead of the two-match Test series starting from August 15 onwards…

The Economic Times · Aug 9

Kuldeep took break to assess body, not fitness concern: Sairaj Bahutule

Kuldeep Yadav rested during the warm-up game after a heavy workload, which was precautionary. Other spinners like Manav Suthar and Ravindra Jadeja received extended bowling sessions. The team focused on adapting to local conditions and assessing player fitness for the upcoming series. Shubman Gill recovered well after a hand injury…

The Economic Times · Aug 9

Shubman Gill returns to action on final day, India beat SLXI in three-day warm-up match

India achieved a four-wicket victory against Sri Lanka XI in their warm-up match. Skipper Shubman Gill and Yashasvi Jaiswal led the run-chase with a century partnership. Devdutt Padikkal scored a remarkable 142 not out in India's first innings. Sri Lanka XI posted 200/6 in their second innings before declaring. Mohammed…

The Economic Times · Aug 9

Ind vs SL: Shubman Gill suffers finger injury, misses Day 1 of India's warm-up match ahead of Sri Lanka Tests

India captain Shubman Gill will miss the first day of the warm-up match due to a finger injury. The BCCI medical team is monitoring his progress as a precautionary measure. This practice game is India's sole competitive outing before the Test series. The team aims to adapt to local conditions…

The Economic Times · Aug 7